Author: The Team PK

KARACHI – Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah has officially announced that Karachi will host the 35th National Games from December 6 to 13, after the event was postponed earlier this year due to “unavoidable circumstances.” Originally scheduled for May 1–9, the National Games were delayed in April. Now, with fresh momentum and renewed planning, the city is set to welcome athletes from across Pakistan for one of the country’s biggest sporting events. The announcement came during a high-level meeting at CM House on Friday, where Murad Ali Shah met with a delegation from the Pakistan Olympic Association (POA) to…

KARACHI – In a dramatic turn of events, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) postponed the remainder of the PSL 2025 season just hours after announcing its relocation to the United Arab Emirates. The decision comes in response to escalating military tensions between Pakistan and India, marking a significant disruption in regional cricketing calendars. In a press release issued on Friday, the PCB stated that recent developments, including the firing of surface-to-surface missiles from India and the incursion of 78 surveillance drones across the Line of Control (LoC), left no choice but to halt the tournament. “The safety and mental well-being…

KARACHI: Captain Rameen Shamim’s all-round heroics powered Challengers to a thrilling four-wicket win over Stars in their second-round clash of the National Women’s T20 Tournament on Thursday at the Oval Academy Ground. After claiming 2-17 with the ball, Rameen returned to seal the chase with a match-winning 21 off just 12 balls*, including a six in the final over. Chasing 118, Challengers reached the target in 19.2 overs, marking their first victory in the tournament. Opener Sadaf Shamas top-scored with a brisk 32, while Natalia Parvaiz (18) and Aliya Riaz (17) chipped in. For Stars, Tuba Hassan stood out with…

NEW DELHI – The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has suspended the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 “with immediate effect for one week” following rising cross-border tensions with Pakistan and the mid-match abandonment of Thursday’s game in Dharamsala. Though the BCCI initially cited a stadium power failure, sources confirmed that air raid alerts in nearby Jammu and Pathankot led to panic and eventually forced the game between Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals to be called off. Security Over Sport “The decision was taken after due consultation with franchises, broadcasters, and sponsors,” said BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia. “We…

MIAMI – The Grand Slam Track circuit’s Miami meet delivered a stunning display of speed, power, and precision, as American stars Kenny Bednarek and Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone stormed to their second consecutive titles, electrifying fans at the Ansin Sports Complex. After drawing criticism for low turnout in Kingston, the start-up track series — backed by Olympic legend Michael Johnson — bounced back with a vibrant atmosphere and standout performances that thrilled the Miami crowd. Bednarek Blazes Trail Kenny Bednarek, who clocked a wind-aided 9.79 in the 100m on Saturday, backed it up with a dominant 200m win in 19.84 seconds —…

ROME – World number one Jannik Sinner is back on the court this week, but the 23-year-old Italian is managing expectations ahead of the Italian Open as he returns from a three-month doping suspension. Sinner, who hasn’t played since winning the Australian Open in January, was handed a suspension in February after testing positive for clostebol—an anabolic agent—due to massages from his physiotherapist. After reaching a settlement with the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA), his ban ended on May 4, just in time for him to compete in his home tournament. “It’s a very, very low expectation tournament in general for…

Swimming fans witnessed history in Fort Lauderdale as American legends Katie Ledecky and Gretchen Walsh lit up the pool with jaw-dropping world records during the Tyr Pro Swim Series finale on Saturday. Katie Ledecky, already a household name in the sport, broke her own 800m freestyle world record — a mark many believed would stand the test of time. She clocked in at 8:04.12, bettering the 8:04.79 she set at the 2016 Rio Olympics. It marked the sixth time Ledecky has set a new world best in the event since claiming the record from Rebecca Adlington in 2013. Ledecky’s emotional…

Karachi Kings pulled off one of the most thrilling wins of the HBL Pakistan Super League 2025 season, defeating arch-rivals Lahore Qalandars by four wickets in a rain-affected match that kept every woman cricket fan on edge. Played at the iconic Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore, this contest was reduced to 15 overs per side due to rain. Despite a steep revised target of 168, Karachi Kings chased it down with just three balls remaining, thanks to a spectacular 48 not out off just 21 balls by Irfan Khan. The match, packed with playoff implications and intensity, started with Lahore Qalandars…

PARIS: The fightback is alive for Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur as both clubs secured crucial first-leg victories in the Europa League semi-finals on Thursday night. These wins not only revived hopes of silverware but also reopened the door to Champions League qualification — a lifeline for two teams enduring forgettable Premier League campaigns. Manchester United silenced a vibrant San Mames crowd by cruising to a 3-0 win over 10-man Athletic Bilbao. Bruno Fernandes led the way with two goals, including a penalty, while Casemiro opened the scoring in a blistering first-half performance. Spurs, meanwhile, outplayed Norwegian side Bodo/Glimt 3-1…

LAHORE: Peshawar Zalmi breathed life into their HBL PSL 2025 campaign with a commanding six-wicket win over Islamabad United at the Gaddafi Stadium on Friday night. The spotlight was firmly on young debutant Maaz Sadaqat, who impressed with a fearless half-century, and skipper Babar Azam, whose composed knock guided the chase. Set a modest target of 144, Zalmi overcame early pressure thanks to a brilliant 100-run stand between Maaz and Babar. The team was struggling at 40-3 in the powerplay, having lost Mitch Owen, Saim Ayub, and Mohammad Haris cheaply. However, the pair’s calm and calculated partnership turned the tide.…